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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-03-14
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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-03-14
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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-03-14
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The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.

WHEREAS it has pleased God in HIS all
wise providence to remove from amongst
us Brother William Dean.
Therefore be il resolred, /, That in the
death of Brother Dean, not only this
Grange, but the Patrons of HusLandry of
the State of Delaware loses one of its
strongest supports, and the public d gem
erous benefactor.
ResOlUed, 3, That while we bow in sub
mission to the Divine will, we cannot
but feel keenly the loss of one who had
endeared himself to us by so many vir-
tues. Though his courage and indepen-
dence would never allow him even tacit-
ly to submit to what he conceived to be
wrong. His nature had another side to
it. His sympathies were broad, and if
he had fault it was that he was kinder
to others than himself. Any person
might go to him for favor. He was al
ways ready to share the burdens ofothers
or to contribute literally of his means,
for any worthy object. In this our late
Brother set us an example in doing good
for witch he will be long remembered
Resolved 3, That we deeply sympathize
with the bereaved family in their sore
affection and point them to Him who has
SAID mot even sparrow shall fall to the
ground without His notice."
Resolved, 4, That copy of these resolu-
tions be sent to the family of our deceased
brother, that they be published in the
E'Uery Erening, Delaware Republican, The
DELAWARE LEDGER, Farmers Friend and
Farm and Home, and be suitable engross-
ed upon page of the Secretary's book
especially set apart for this purpose and
that we drape our charter in mourning
for six months. Signed
w. 7. SKINNER,
JONI McKEowAN, Committee.
JOHN McKANE,
Attest, j. ii. CLARK, Secy.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Rice Circus.

[Early on Wednesday morning the
young folks about town were astir, await
ing the coming of the circus. The train
pulled into the Centre and unloading
began about o'clock. The wagons were
dingy looking, and the drivers wore an
aspect of being tired out, and did not
seem to heed the trite saying that "Clean-
illness is next to Goodness" Some of
them were really filthy. The parade,
which passed through town about mid
day was one of the poorest we have ever
seen. There was not over five wagons
and steam calliope, which footed and
squeaked. The parade itself killed the
idea of many persons who were going.
Before the circus began there was a
misunderstanding, or rather a fight on
the ground between Walter Pyle and
two or three of the showmen We un-
derstand that Mr.. Pyle was cautioning
an aged man about counting his change,
or he would get cheated. One word
brought on another and the fight began.
Mr.. Pyle suffered from several severe
kicks in the face and on the head. There
was no arrests, as the parties who were
instigated cleaned out.
The performance was of the worst kind
excepting one or two features. Walking
the wire by Geo Austin was good. The
bareback riding was farce. The horse
went badly with the bride, but after
taking it off the animal seemed frighten-
ed and tried to escape from the ring. The
ring master and actor applied their
whips sharply. and they were forced to
desist by Mr.. John n. Spencer, who in
formed them if they did not cease he
would have them arrested The remain
der of the performance was hurried
through.
In the evening, the performance was
cut very short, and the audience, which
was very small, yelled Chestnut" and
"shut up" during the time one of the
men announced the concert. The whole
affair was a failure.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

One of the best crcuses that is travel
ing visited Newark on Thursday. There
Was no announcement made in last
weeks paper and there was but limited
amount of posters placed on the boards
but the price of admission was only
twenty-five cents. The parade during
the day made fine display, and many
set the circus down us good. The per-
formance in the afternoon was very fine.
The horizontal bar performances were
ieats of muscle and activity that has
never before been equalled. All the
performance was exceptionally good.
and the audience was delighted In the
evening Il large crowd was present, and
enjoyed over two hours of fun. The at
tendance was good both in the afternoon
and evening. The clown was exception
ally clever, and made much amusement
1t is certain that ifthis show should ever
visit this town again they would be
greeted with large attendance.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

Things around here are moving along
slowly. Most of the farmers have got
their early potatoes, corn and gardens
planted.
The Reading Circle met at William
divers this week and spent very pleas.
ant evening
Mr.. Mackey's residence certainly looks
splendid, surrounded byshrubbery, flow
ers and evergreens. Any one desiring q
home should avail themselves of a good
opportunity at once as we learn the pro.
perry is for sale at Il very low figure foI
such IL valuable farm and home.
The little grocery kept at this place is
increasing its business slowly. We are
thankful for the mite" and hope it may
become mighty through the patronage OF
the public
Have you been to see the circus
boys?
Last Monday one of our county butch
ers bought fatted heifer of our farmer
Mr.. Jas. Smith, with the expectation OF
converting her early into delicious steak
But on making the attempt to secure the
animal, she showed signs of viciousness,
whereupon she was bull-dogged and
lined but with it all she showed fight
and chased who ever came near. Finally
she was driven as far as this place latter
securing around for about two hours)
when she concluded to leave the high
way by jumping down steep cut below
Il culyert, into a stream of water, when
she refused all attempts to be either
driven coaxed or scared out, and any one
venturing was warned by her viciousness
to keep at bay. Finally our neighbor
blacksmith Mccormick succeeded in Sc
curing rope around her head and horns
and fastening her to tree, though not
till he run very narrow escape of being
badly gored, as the furious beast chased
him the length of her rope, her horns
just grazing his back and side. At last
after several attempts she was forced out
of her retreat into the field, whereupon
Mr.. Isaac Mote seized her by the horns
and nose and let her out into the open
road to other cattle and driven off. Your
correspondent had the pleasure of being
an eye witness and tail twister of the
scene, and indeed it did seem singular
that one yearling heifer should keep SO
many men at retreating distance.
d. /. c.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Jay Eye See and One Better,

Colonel Charles W. Beach, of the
Kirkland Valley Stock Farm, is the own
Ell of 2-weeks-old colt that is a curios-
ity unrivaled in the history of the equine
monstrosities. The colt in question was
foaled from fine brood mare, the sire
being an imported Percheron stud. Its
peculiar features are three eyes, two of
which occupy the usual locality in the
head, while the third is placed midway
between them. The eyes are all endow-
ed with vision, and the only apparent
difference between them is that the mid
die one is much the largest, while the
other two are of normal size. Each eye
is in possession of an upper and lower
eyelid, delicately fringed with eyelashes
but while the two in the customary To-
cality diminish gradually toward the
outer edge of the head, the lids belonging
to the middle eye look, when closed, like
the segments of circle. In addition to
these three eyes the colt sports double
SCI Ol noStIlls' potu Vi Which are perfect
ly defined, and in breathing each set APP
pear to work in harmony with the lungs
Aside from these features the colt is
well shaped, and appears to be in Il very
healthy condition, while the care and
attention it has 50 far received make it
so very gentle and aiIectionate that it
takes every means of counting "petting'
from the many curious sightseers that
visit it. No explanation of a satisfactory
nature has us yet been advanced to show
why OF how this curious freak of nature
was occasioned.-FrOm Hot and Horn
Prescott .1ri-Ond.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

Captain Swart, of the Dutch bark ]. p,
A., bound for Quebec and now in this
port, told remarkable story to-day oil
the vessels recent experience at sea. On
March 10 the bark, while in latitude
80 39' North and longitude SO West,
experienced severe storm. About .
o'clock in the afternoon meteor was
observed flying through the air. 1t pre-
scented the appearance of two balls. One
was very black and the other brightly
Illuminated. The latter appeared as il
ready to drop on board amidships. The
vessel was hove to under storm sails and
the meteor dropped into the sea close
alongside, making in its flight tremen-
dous roaring noise. Before falling into
the water the upper atmosphere was
suddenly darkened, while below and on
board everything appeared like Il sea of
fire. The force of the meteor on strik
ing the water csused the latter to form
heavy breakers, which swept over the
vessel, rocking her feariully. At the
same time snch su6ocating atmosphere
was caused as to force perspiration to
run down the faces of all on board and
greatly oppressed their breathing from
the great amount of sulphur in the air.
Immediately after solid Jumps of ice fell
on the deck, and the decks and rigging
became covered with an icy crust caused
by the immense evaporation. notwith-
standing the fact that the thermometer
registered &c.,
The barometer during the phenome-
non ocillated violently, so that no read
ing could be taken. After close exami-
nation of the vessel and rigging no dam
age was found on deck; but on the side
where the meteor fell into the water the
vessel appeared all black, and some of
the copper sheathing was terribly Bills
tered. The affair was followed by an in
crease of the wind to hurricane force
From a New York Exchange.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

Jack Oldstock-"We're very proud
of our ancestry, you know" Tom
Parvenue-"Yes, know; but how
would your ancestry feel about your"
Quito, in South America, is the
only city in the world on the Equa-
tor, and the sun rises and sets there
at six o'clock the year round.
A lover of statistics has calculated
that 19,909 stitches are required for
hand-sewed shirt
If the Chinese nation were to pass
before an observer in single file, the
procession would never cease, for q
new generation would be coming on
the stage as quick as the procession
moved.
Mr.. William T. Adams (Olivel
Optic will make Minneapolis hi
permanent home after this Win
ter.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
The Effects of Mental Exhaustion

Many diseases, especially those of the
nervous system, are the products of daily
renewed mental exhaustion. Business
avocations often involve an amount of
mental wear and tear very prejudicial to
physical health, and the professions, if
arduously pursued, are no less destruc-
tive to brain and nerve tissue. 1t is
one of the most important attributes Of
IIostetter's Stomach Btters, that it COM
pensates for this dndue loss oftissue, and
that it imparts new energy to the brain
and nerves. The rapidity with which it
rcnews weakened mental energy and
physical vitality is remarkable, and shows
that its invigorating properties are of the
highest order. Besides increasing vital
stamia, and counteracting the effects Of
mental exhaustion, this potential med
icine cures and prevents fever and ague
rheumatism, chronic dyspepsia and con
stipation, kidney and uterine weakness
and other complaints. Physicians also
commend it as medicated stimutant anc
! remedy,
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
The following is the register of the
Thermometer from Friday, May 9th, 'S7
to Thursday, Nav. 18th, inclusive:


On Monday afternoon last suspicious
looking character was seen providing
from one place to another. When he
arrived at the house fl. w. Dayett he
found the house empty and proceeded
to investigate Morris Garrett got home
just as he came around the corner and
demanded what he was doing there. The
tramp replied it was none of his business
and Garrett said he would make it some
of his business and called for help, when
sherman Dayett came to his assistance
and collared the intruder, and sent him
away in double quick time.
As w. X. and Armstrong Brook were
going to the Lyceum at Mr.. Thos. Brack-
ms Saturday night the single tree came
unfastened and landed ON the colts heels
which promptly went to kicking and
striking Win on the leg with such force
as to send him flying out of the back
part of the carriage after considerably
demolishing the carriage she was Quilted
The horse was one of Robt. Morrison's
fast stock.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Good Advice.

Young men, don't idle away your time
and waste your money in lounging
around stores, corner groceries, hotels,
and pool-roons, if you ever want to
amount to anything. They are not the
place to frequent to gain valuable infor-
nation, reputable characters, religious
influences, or save your money. The
old adage, Tell me who your company is
and will tell you who you are" is a
truthful assertion. Many a young man
has lost valuable estimation and influence
by being seen in bad company. If you
cannot associate with those that will
elevate and make you better, you had
better make valuable books and papers
your companion, and lay up store of
you in future life Remember Young
man, that the time you are wasting in
frivolity and idleness is not your own,
You are only borrowers of time, for
which you must Just account and full
recompense give. You possess life,
health, strength and talents that are
given you, for to benefit yourself and
mankind, and if you fail to fill the meas
ure, Belshazzar's vision, or the writing on
the wall, will interpret. Thou hast been
weighed in the balance and found want
ing, or the doom of the unfaithful SER
want that hid his talent in the earth.
Now, young men, improve every mo-
ment in some way that will return you
knowledge, wisdom and value You will
never regret the effort nor time spent.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Oh, What a Cough

Will you heed the warning. The sig
nal perhaps of the sure approach of
that more terrible disease Consumption.
Ask yourselves if you can afford for the
sake of saving 50 cts, to run the risk and
do nothing for it. We know from exper-
fence that Shiloh's Cure will cure your
Cough. 1t never fails. This explains
why more than Million Bottles were
sold the past year. 1t relieves Group,
and Whooping Cough, at once. Mothers
do not be without it. For Lame Back,
Side, or Chest, use Shiloh's Porous Plas-
ter. Sold by +. T. Dilworth, Newark,
npl
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Delaware City Items.

A large building will be erected by Mrs.
Bruer on the corner of Fourth and Gin
ton streets. The structure will be brick
The work shops of William Bright,
which were burned January last, will be
rebuilt in short time.
George Money is having built two
store houses.
The catch shad is beginning to drop
off. 1t is quite probable that this is the
last week OF the catch. Sturgeon are
very plentiful and our fishermen are
making about one cent pound, and her
ring from 10 to 20 cents l00.-As spring
advances business is beginning to look
up
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
National Drill at Washington.

The National Drill and Encampment,
which opens in Washington, May 23d,
continuing until the 3Oth, will be one of
the most interesting events that ever oc-
Cured in the history ofAmerica's militia.
Its inception was the outgrowth of that
general desire to make the volunteer
military of the several States more eff
fective, and as step in that direction
this competitive contest was arranged,
and valuable prizes Of cash, medals, and
trophies, offered as rewards for excel
lence in drill. The cash prizes amount
to S26,5O0, The campwill be pitched on
the grounds surrounding the Washing
ton Monument, and the drill ground will
be marked out on the campus between
the Monument and the White House.
The Pennsylvania, Railroad Company
will sell excursion tickets, May 2lst tc
9th, good to return until Both, from al
stations on its lines, at reduced rates.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint.

Is it not worth the small price of 10
cents to free yourself of every symptom
of these distressing complaints, if you
think so call at our store and get bottle
of Shiloh's Vitalizer, every bottle has a
printed guarantee on it, use accordingly
and if it does you no good it will cost
you nothing. Sold by Z. 7. Dilworth,
Newark, Del
We have speedy and positive Cure,
for Catarrh, Diphtheria, Canker mouth
and Head Ache, in SHILOH'S CATARRH
REMEDY. A nasal Injector free with
each bottle. Use it if you desire health
and sweet breath. Price 80 cts. Sold by
E. T. Dilworth, Newark, Del.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

Beware Of OIntments for Catarrh that contain
Mercury,
as Mercury will surely destroy the sense
of smell and completely derange the
whole system when entering through the
muscus surfaces. Such articles should
never be used except on prescriptions
from reputable physicians, as the dam
age they will do are ten fold to the good
you can possibly derive from them
Halls Catarrh Cure, manufactured by +.
J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, o., contains no
mercury and is taken internally and
acts directly upon the blood and muscus
surfaces of the system. In buying Halls
Catarrh Cure be sure that you get the
genuine, it is taken internally and made
in Toledo, Ohio, by F. ]. Cheney Il Co.
BI~ Sold by Druggists, price Zoe. per
bottle.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
L is q Curious Fact

That the body is now more susceptible
to the benefit from medicine than ut any
other season. Hence the importance of
taking Hoods Sarsaparilla now, when it
will do you the most good. 1t is really
wonderful for purifying and enriching
the blood, creating an appetite, and Civ
ing healthy tone to the whole system.
Be sure TO get Hoods Sarsaparilla, which
is peculiar to itself.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

Mrs. Mary w. Thompson, widow Of
Ezra Thompson, and resident OF
McClellandsyille passed quietly away
last Sunday afternoon, aged rs years
She has been an invalid from paralysis
for several years. The funeral services
were held at the house on Thursday
morning at 1890 and conducted by Rev.
G. w. Prettyman and ]. f. Williamson,
lnterment in the Friends burying
grounds at London Briton Meeting house
at Strickersville. A wide circle offriends
and relatives paid the last sad rites OF
respect and love.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Mc0lellandsville Items.

Our little village has been visited by
death and removed from our midst Mrs.
May W. Thompson an aged lady of IS
years
Geo. w. Ccyle has taken down his
Grower" to get replumed and fltted for
the coming campaign.
Mr.. Mackey, p. NJ, is slowly recover
ing
The gardens, are loohing tempting
with their display of vegetables.
The Potato and Corn planting Their
mometer is way up in the nineties and
still climbing.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
News in Our Section.

On Sunday before last our people of
Ebenezar Church had the Presiding
Elder, Rev W. L. S. Murray, with them.
This stirring itinerant preached in the
afternoon of that day to a large audience,
who were much pleased with the pithy
sayings and intensity of emotional feel
ings exhibited in the delivery of the dis
course. Mr.. Murray took dinner at
James Hardness, ESD, and preached his
third for the day at Hockessin in the
evening.
Mr.. and Mrs John johnson of Postum
Park, having reached the 25th milestone
in the matrimonial pathway on Monday
last, the occasion was celebrated by the
assembling together of the many friends
and acquaintance of the happy couple,
at their home on the evening of that
eventful day. They came to congratulate
Mr. and Mrs. Johnson for those many
happy years spent us one, and brought
with them many gifts as small tokens of
their remembrance and regard for the
two who plighted their faith and took
upon themselves the solemn VOWS of
wedlock in early youth and maidenhood.
All present enjoyed themselves hugely.
The meeting of the District Lodge of
New Castle county Good Templars at
Fairview few weeks hence, is claiming
the attention of Good Templar friends,
The writer is confident the visitors will
fare sumptuously.
Everything is flattering for a large crop
of strawberries in this section. think
mine will draw the first prize for size
and quality.
MAY 18th, 's7. SCUM GATHERER.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Services at Newark and Wesley Churches
NEWARK NJ. +. CHURCH.

NEW AHk VI e NIIN III
Sunday morning class at 8 o'clock.
Sermon at 1890 q. M by Rev. G =. w.
Prettyman.
A 10 minutes sermon to the children Mt
close of morning service.
Sabbath School at 2:30.
Young Mems Prayer Meeting at $3.50
o'clock. All church members and Others
are cordially invited to attend.
Preaching at 8 p. Ill. by the pastor
Rev. c. w. Prettyman.
Glass on Monday night
Glass on Tuesday night
"Wednesday night prayer meeting at
1880 o'clock.
WESLEY NJ. y. CHURCH
Sabbath School at 1880 p IN
Communion at 3 p. IN.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14
Japanese Tea.

On Wednesday evening May Is, Il Jap
anese Tea with Strawberries and ice
cream will be held at the residence OF
Mrs. A. B. Maxwell in Delaware City.
Proceeds for the benefit of Christ Church.
Cup and saucer to be sold with the tea.
Doors open at $50 p. m.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1887-05-14

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without the knowledge of the person
taking it, eiIecting speedy and perma-
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moderate drinker or an alcoholic wreck.
Thousands of drunkards have been made
temperate men who have taken the
Golden Specific in their coffee without
their knowledge, and to-day believe they
quit drinking of their own free will.
No harmful effects results from its adj
ministration. Cures guaranteed. Send
for circular and full particulars. Address
in confidence Golden Specific Co.. $50
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